What are the main factors that influence a Rope Access Welder's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Rope Access Welder?

Rope Access Welder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Rope Access Welder roles are District of Columbia $52,468, California $52,269, Massachusetts $51,572. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Rope Access Welder roles make?

Salaries for Rope Access Welder level roles vary by specialization: Rope Access Technician II: $85,162; Rope Access: $80,159; Ship Welder: $57,910; Production Welder: $56,442; Journeyman Welder: $56,083.

Rope Access Welder Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Rope Access Welder make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rope Access Welder in Rhode Island is $49,132 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Rope Access Welder's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,798
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,763 to $60,996
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,232

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Rope Access Welder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,996	$5,083	$1,173	$29
Average	$49,132	$4,094	$945	$24
25th Percentile	$39,763	$3,314	$765	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Rope Access Welder Salaries

A Rope Access Welder's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Rope Access Welder Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Rope Access Welders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,468.
California: $52,269.
Massachusetts: $51,572.

District of Columbia $52,468 California $52,269 Massachusetts $51,572 Washington $51,383 New Jersey $51,364 Alaska $51,297 Connecticut $50,643 New York $50,378

Hawaii $49,530 Rhode Island $49,132 Maryland $48,862 Minnesota $48,492 Colorado $48,350 Illinois $48,302 Oregon $48,122 Delaware $47,990

New Hampshire $47,906 Virginia $47,720 Pennsylvania $47,175 Nevada $46,900 North Dakota $46,810 Michigan $46,668 Wisconsin $46,615 Vermont $46,511

Texas $46,222 Maine $46,203 Arizona $46,175 Ohio $46,142 Georgia $45,706 Indiana $45,488 Wyoming $45,445 Utah $45,379

Iowa $45,350 Kansas $45,123 Louisiana $45,056 North Carolina $45,033 Missouri $45,023 Florida $44,838 Montana $44,739 Nebraska $44,644

Kentucky $44,592 South Carolina $44,402 Tennessee $44,284 Idaho $44,237 New Mexico $43,891 Oklahoma $43,815 Alabama $43,535 South Dakota $43,066

Arkansas $42,810 West Virginia $42,673 Mississippi $42,261

Top Paying Cities for Rope Access Welders

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $49,746
Albion: $49,326
Ashaway: $49,652

Adamsville, RI $49,746 Albion, RI $49,326 Ashaway, RI $49,652 Barrington, RI $49,196 Block Island, RI $49,470 Bradford, RI $49,622 Bristol, RI $49,385 Carolina, RI $49,540

Charlestown, RI $49,558 Chepachet, RI $49,459 Clayville, RI $49,321 Coventry, RI $49,324 West Greenwich, RI $49,460 East Greenwich, RI $49,291 Exeter, RI $49,446 Fiskeville, RI $49,195

Forestdale, RI $49,574 Foster, RI $49,433 Glendale, RI $49,578 Greene, RI $49,498 Greenville, RI $49,214 Harmony, RI $49,277 Harrisville, RI $49,556 Hope, RI $49,226

Hope Valley, RI $49,608 Hopkinton, RI $49,673 Jamestown, RI $49,508 Kenyon, RI $49,534 Little Compton, RI $49,738 Manville, RI $49,391 Mapleville, RI $49,469 Newport, RI $49,557

Middletown, RI $49,579 North Kingstown, RI $49,375 North Scituate, RI $49,278 Oakland, RI $49,522 Pascoag, RI $49,589 Pawtucket, RI $49,122 Central Falls, RI $49,144 Cumberland, RI $49,423

Lincoln, RI $49,193 Portsmouth, RI $49,552 Prudence Island, RI $49,450 Rockville, RI $49,666 Saunderstown, RI $49,478 Shannock, RI $49,536 Slatersville, RI $49,574 Slocum, RI $49,476

Tiverton, RI $49,703 Wakefield, RI $49,520 Kingston, RI $49,501 Narragansett, RI $49,534 Peace Dale, RI $49,514 Warren, RI $49,323 Warwick, RI $49,185 Westerly, RI $49,663

West Kingston, RI $49,517 West Warwick, RI $49,246 Wood River Junction, RI $49,587 Woonsocket, RI $49,577 North Smithfield, RI $49,464 Wyoming, RI $49,536 Providence, RI $49,108 Cranston, RI $49,115

North Providence, RI $49,120 East Providence, RI $49,111 Riverside, RI $49,127 Rumford, RI $49,120 Smithfield, RI $49,219 Johnston, RI $49,137

Rope Access Welder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rope Access Welder's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$39,763

Average $49,132/year

$60,996

$3,314

Average $4,094/month

$5,083

$765

Average $945/week

$1,173

$19

Average $24/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,996	$5,083	$1,173	$29
Average	$49,132	$4,094	$945	$24
25th Percentile	$39,763	$3,314	$765	$19

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